Sister City

Sister City

The City of Monroe and Hofu, Japan, officially entered into a Sister City Relationship in 1993. Mayor C. D. “Al” Cappuccilli and Mayor Matsuura signed the Agreement on August 19, 1993.

The Monroe International Friendship Association (MIFA) was founded in 1992 by local residents to create opportunities for all students in Monroe County to experience and explore other cultures. It is dedicated to letting students give expression to their common desire for friendship, goodwill, and cooperation toward a better world for all. Over the past 24 years nearly 200 students have participated in this educational exchange.

Sister City Mayor, Masato Matsuura, of Hofu, Japan, attends a celebratory dinner in 2016 with the Hon. Robert E. Clark, Mayor of Monroe, at the Sisters, Servants, of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, with Sr. Joyce Durosko, and other guests.